Ian Machado Garry vs Shavkat Rakhmonov — Fight recap

Shavkat Rakhmonov defeated Ian Machado Garry by unanimous decision over five rounds on December 7, 2024, with referee Marc Goddard overseeing the bout. Rakhmonov landed 37 of 67 significant strikes (55%) while controlling the cage for 11:41, compared to Garry's 42 of 84 significant strikes (50%) and just 2:32 of control time.

Though Garry landed more total strikes and converted 50% of his takedown attempts (1 of 2), Rakhmonov's superior striking accuracy and dominant positional control proved decisive across all five rounds. Rakhmonov attempted no submissions but dictated the fight's pace and distance, while Garry's two submission attempts failed to shift momentum.

The decision solidifies Rakhmonov's status as a top welterweight contender and leaves Garry searching for answers after a significant loss in the division's hierarchy.